The Heroes Among Us speakers series in Pensacola welcomed three former Army Green Berets to talk about their combat experiences Friday night.

John C. Owens, William Clark and Herman Spencer appeared at Veterans Memorial Park, marking the third of six events scheduled this year from May through October.

The series is aimed at better acquainting Pensacola residents with the rich military experiences that so many of their neighbors have been part of and celebrating the values underscored by those accomplishments.

All three of the Green Berets who appeared Friday are Vietnam veterans. Spencer participated in the 1970 raid on the Son Tay prison camp to free American captives. He was awarded the Silver Star, the third highest decoration for valor in the U.S. military.

For more details about the Green Berets’ appearance and video about Friday’s Heroes Among Us event see the News Journal’s Aug. 10 Homefront section and PNJ.COM.